Many people are under a lot of pressure. Make sure when you call you ask if it is a good time to talk. Most will say yes, but it immediately shows you respect their time. Also, depending on how well you know the person, you should target your call. Plan a ...

If using a blanket, it is best to place your infant with his or her feet nearly touching one end of the crib, then tuck the blanket in at the foot and the sides allowing it to cover no farther than your babys chest. Using a sleeper instead of a blanket may further reduce any risk of danger. Your child should sleep on his or her back in a crib with a firm, tightly fitting mattress. This is to prevent your child from becoming trapped between the sides of the crib and the mattress. Do not put pillows, comforters, quilts, bumper pads or stuffed toys in the crib with your child.